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Lesser mountain ringlet - Erebia melampus
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Family: Satyridae Flight Time: July - September Size: 30-36mm Altitude: 800-2400m |
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A small ringlet this one. Very common everywhere in Valais, above about 1500m. Very partial to sweaty rucksacks and bodies. Some stayed settled and drinking while we were walking along! |
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Similar Species | Foodplants | Habitat | Distribution |
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Festuca, Poa. | High and sub Alpine meadows |
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Early Stages
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